Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that customs duty liberalization will be the next major reform undertaken by the government. She emphasized that the new policy will be implemented with greater transparency. This follows significant GST reforms introduced in October 2025, reflecting the govt’s continued focus on simplifying taxation.
In the third and final ODI at Vizag, Indian bowlers restricted South Africa to 270 runs, bowling them out in 47.5 overs. Quinton de Kock scored 106, with support from Bavuma (48), Breetzke (24), and Dewald Brevis (29). Kuldeep and Prasidh Krishna took 3 wickets one each, while Arshdeep Singh and Ravindra Jadeja claimed one […]
On the 70th death anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao paid tribute by garlanding his portrait at Telangana Bhavan. KTR lauded Ambedkar as a visionary thinker and Constitution maker, emphasizing that the Indian Constitution was framed to guarantee equal justice and rights for all sections of society, honoring his legacy.
The Centre has stepped up action on IndiGo amid widespread flight disruptions. The Civil Aviation Ministry will hold a key meeting after 5 pm today, with IndiGo management required to attend. Authorities have also ordered refunds for cancelled tickets, mandating that all payments be returned to passengers by 8 pm tomorrow, aiming to solve the […]
South Africa reached 244/7 in 40 overs in the final ODI at Vizag stadium. Quinton de Kock scored a brilliant century and was batting on 106 alongside Dewald Brevis (4). Earlier, Bavuma (48), Breetzke (24), and Dewald Brevis (29) fell. Prasidh Krishna took 3 wickets, Kuldeep took 2 wickets, Arshdeep and Jadeja took one wicket […]
AP CM Chandrababu is scheduled to meet Governor Abdul Nazeer this evening at Vijayawada’s Lok Bhavan for a courtesy meeting. The discussions are expected to cover recent developments in the state, law and order issues, and other matters related to governance, reflecting the dialogue between the state leadership and the governor’s office.
Steve Smith has climbed to third place among Australia’s highest-scoring Test captains after his half-century in the 2nd Ashes Test against England. With 4,219 runs, he surpasses Greg Chappell’s 4,209. Only legendary all-rounder Allan Border (6,623) and Ricky Ponting (6,542) remain ahead of him, solidifying Smith’s place.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan held a review meeting on marijuana eradication and directed key steps to enhance tribal livelihoods. He urged officials to raise awareness among tribals about forest products aligned with market demand, link horticultural crops with employment schemes, and focus on eco-tourism development and overall living standards in tribal areas.
The IndiGo flight crisis continued at Shamshabad Airport, where cancellations persisted for the 4th straight day, causing severe inconvenience to passengers. A total of 69 flights have been cancelled, leading to heavy chaos. Airports in Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai are overcrowded, resembling railway stations as stranded travellers wait with luggage.
South Africa reached 185/4 in 30 overs in the final ODI at Vizag. Quinton de Kock scored a brilliant century and was batting on 101 alongside Dewald Brevis (4). Earlier, Bavuma (48), Breetzke (24), Markram (1) and Rickelton (0) fell. Prasidh Krishna took 2 wickets, Arshdeep and Jadeja took one wicket each. India won the […]
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to the rupee’s decline, stating it can benefit exporters by making Indian goods cheaper in global markets. She said the weakening currency should be viewed as a balancing factor that supports stability. The minister emphasized that the rupee’s fall could enhance India’s competitiveness abroad.
Trade talks between India and the US will begin on December 10, marking a revival of engagement after Washington imposed heavy tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases. With conditions improving, a US delegation will visit India to discuss key trade issues and explore ways to ease tensions and strengthen economic cooperation between the two […]
The IndiGo flight crisis has raised questions about accountability, but responsibility must be assessed through facts, not blame. The DGCA’s role is to regulate safety and operations, while IndiGo’s management must ensure crew availability and service reliability. Any action should follow an official investigation to determine it.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 15 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 11 hours. On Friday, 67,336 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 20,210 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.68 crore on the same day, December 5.
Team India finally won the toss in the crucial third and final ODI against South Africa in Vizag, with captain KL Rahul opting to bowl first. This marks India’s first toss win since the 2023 ODI World Cup final, after losing 20 consecutive ODI tosses. With the series tied 1-1, today’s match will decide the […]